WEBVTT Richelle Mazzone started bartending and waiting tables at Durgin Park over 30 years ago-- And never left. She is heartbroken to think this landmark Might soon close forever. other signature dishes like the baked beans and the cod.. Have been around since 1826. Back then- durgin park was a food hall that primarily fed the market workers; they gathered around these long tables for breakfast and lunch. 192 years later.. Locals are still gathering here for those New Englnad classics.. Along with tourists.. Nats up richelle And repeat visitors such as Olivia Roy From quebec city.. Who made the trip specifically to share her good news but tonight-- new york based Pare company Ark Restaurants confirms.. they will close the Durgin park January 12th.. citing "declining revenues and expenses that keep growing".. Including massachusetts' new higher minimum wage. But the CEO also tell us the company is "still having conversations with other groups" that could potentially be interested in taking over the restaurant. Staffers would love to keep this slice of history aliv . Also hurting Durgin Park in recent years-- increased competition from the expanding Seaport district. Again-- If no new buyer steps forward.. This local landmark will close it's doors on January 12t